Beach Weather in Morro Strand State Beach, Morro Bay, United States

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Beach Weather Today in Morro Strand State Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 13° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 11%.

The winds will be on shore and strong at 34kmh from the North West. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Morro Strand State Beach faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 07:14 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Morro Strand State Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 12° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 4%.

MORRO STRAND STATE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Tue 18th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 16° 15° 14° 10°
53% 23% 1% 0% 0% 13% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Wed 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 17° 15° 11°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 27% 71% 81%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Thu 20th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 15° 16° 14° 11°
50% 32% 31% 19% 5% 41% 37% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Fri 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 19° 14° 11°
0% 0% 1% 4% 10% 8% 3% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Sat 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 16° 17° 14° 11°
7% 7% 5% 5% 4% 7% 4% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Sun 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 13° 16° 18° 15° 12°
7% 6% 5% 4% 2% 1% 1% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Mon 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 15° 20° 21° 18° 15°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 1%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Tue 18th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
34
kmh
16
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
19
kmh
29
kmh
30
kmh
11
kmh
2.1m
0.6m
0.2m
0.2m
0.8m
1.4m
1.6m
0.4m
12.5s 12.8s 12.5s 12.4s 12.5s 20.3s 11.8s 12.9s
Wed 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
7
kmh
16
kmh
25
kmh
21
kmh
16
kmh
0.3m
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
0.5m
1.1m
1.1m
0.7m
12.7s 12.6s 12.4s 12.3s 12.0s 11.8s 11.7s 11.6s
Thu 20th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
17
kmh
25
kmh
27
kmh
11
kmh
0.4m
1.0m
1.0m
0.4m
1.1m
1.5m
1.7m
0.3m
11.2s 11.0s 10.9s 10.9s 12.9s 16.7s 14.0s 11.9s
Fri 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
27
kmh
23
kmh
10
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.9m
1.6m
1.3m
0.4m
11.8s 11.7s 11.7s 11.6s 11.6s 15.1s 12.3s 7.4s
Sat 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
21
kmh
29
kmh
27
kmh
11
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.9m
1.6m
1.1m
0.5m
7.4s 7.4s 13.2s 12.8s 12.5s 15.5s 13.0s 9.1s
Sun 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.9m
1.5m
1.5m
0.9m
7.0s 7.0s 7.0s 6.9s 10.3s 14.9s 9.9s 12.5s
Mon 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
7
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.2m
0.5m
15.3s 15.2s 14.7s 14.4s 14.3s 14.2s 14.1s 13.8s
Tue 18th March
12:27 AM 7:28 AM 1:43 PM 6:26 PM
1.50 0.23 1.02 0.67
Wed 19th March
12:54 AM 8:23 AM 3:02 PM 6:38 PM
1.48 0.25 0.92 0.78
Thu 20th March
1:28 AM 9:34 AM
1.45 0.25
Fri 21st March
2:17 AM 10:58 AM
1.41 0.21
Sat 22nd March
3:31 AM 12:12 PM 8:36 PM 10:38 PM
1.39 0.12 1.04 0.99
Sun 23rd March
4:59 AM 1:07 PM 8:34 PM
1.42 0.01 1.10
Mon 24th March
12:21 AM 6:14 AM 1:50 PM 8:47 PM
0.91 1.50 -0.09 1.17
Tue 18th March
17°
0.0mm
11kmh NW
11%
Wed 19th March
19°
0.0mm
10kmh W
22%
Thu 20th March
17°
0.0mm
9kmh NNW
26%
Fri 21st March
19°
0.0mm
6kmh NNW
3%
Sat 22nd March
17°
0.0mm
10kmh NW
5%
Sun 23rd March
18°
0.0mm
8kmh NNW
3%
Mon 24th March
22°
0.0mm
5kmh SE
0%
Tue 25th March
20°
0.0mm
4kmh S
1%
Wed 26th March
21°
0.0mm
14kmh NW
4%
Thu 27th March
19°
0.0mm
18kmh NW
17%
Fri 28th March
16°
0.0mm
13kmh NNW
37%
Sat 29th March
14°
0.0mm
19kmh WNW
7%
Sun 30th March
14°
0.3mm
8kmh SW
36%
Mon 31st March
15°
8.2mm
10kmh WSW
65%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 12° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 2 days of light rain with an average of 4.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 17%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Morro Strand State Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Holiday at Morro Strand State Beach, Morro Bay, California

Morro Strand State Beach is a beautiful and picturesque coastal destination located in Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo County, California. This beach is known for its stunning landscape and various recreational activities that can be enjoyed by both locals and tourists alike.

Beach Type

The beach at Morro Strand State Beach is a mixture of coarse sand and pebbles, making it slightly different from the typical powdery white or yellow sand beaches. The presence of rocks and reefs near the shoreline adds to the overall beauty of this beach and makes it an interesting spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts.

Beach Activities

There are several beach activities recommended at Morro Strand State Beach due to its unique characteristics:

  1. Snorkeling and Diving: As mentioned earlier, the presence of rocks and reefs makes this beach an ideal spot for snorkeling and diving. The underwater ecosystem attracts a wide variety of fish species, making it a haven for marine life enthusiasts.

  2. Surfing: Morro Strand State Beach is known for its consistent surf breaks, attracting surfers from all around. The waves here are suitable for both beginners and experienced surfers.

  3. Beachcombing: With its pebbly shoreline, this beach is perfect for those who enjoy searching for unique shells, rocks, and other treasures along the coast.

  4. Birdwatching: The nearby estuary attracts numerous bird species, making this beach an excellent location for birdwatching enthusiasts.

  5. Hiking: There are several hiking trails in the surrounding area that offer stunning views of the coastline and local wildlife.

Accommodations

While there are no hotels or resorts directly on Morro Strand State Beach itself, there are several options available in the nearby town of Morro Bay. Some popular areas to stay in include:

  • Embarcadero: This area offers several hotels with stunning views of the bay and easy access to the beach. It is also conveniently located near shopping, dining, and other attractions.

  • North Morro Bay: This quiet residential area is perfect for those looking for a more laid-back experience. There are several vacation rental homes available in this area, providing a comfortable stay within walking distance of the beach.

Beach Amenities

Morro Strand State Beach offers several amenities to make your visit enjoyable and comfortable:

  • Public restrooms
  • Picnic areas with tables and BBQ grills
  • Parking (fee may apply)
  • Lifeguard towers (seasonal)
  • Nearby hiking trails
  • Accessible boardwalks

A holiday at Morro Strand State Beach in Morro Bay, California is an ideal choice for those who enjoy unique coastal landscapes and a wide range of recreational activities. With its beautiful surroundings and convenient amenities, you're sure to have an unforgettable beach vacation experience.

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